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Deep Dive: California Typewriter (2017)

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California Typewriter
California Typewriter is a documentary directed by Doug Nichol that focuses on the typewriter and its cultural significance. It features various enthusiasts, including Tom Hanks and John Mayer, who express their affection for the typewriter as both a physical object and a tool for creativity. The film also provides insight into the California Typewriter repair shop, highlighting its struggles in a digital age. The film premiered at the 2016 Telluride Film Festival and received critical acclaim upon its theatrical release. It holds a 100% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 40 reviews, with an average rating of 8.10/10. Critics have noted the film's commentary on the impact of the digital era on our relationship with writing and reality.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Tom Hanks and John Mayer discussing typewriters
  • •Find out about the California Typewriter repair shop
  • •See the impact of digital technology on writing

Did You Know

•California Typewriter premiered at the 2016 Telluride Film Festival.
•The film has a 100% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 40 reviews.
•Owen Gleiberman from Variety described the film as a meditation on the digital era.

Perfect For

Typewriter enthusiastsFilm history buffsCreative writing fans